In the Matter of Agustin Aguirre Figueroa Jr.

(37) Intended Ruling

Re: In the Matter of Agustin Aguirre Figueroa Jr. Superior Court Case No. 26CU00569

Hearing Date: June 2, 2026 (Dept. 502)

Motion: Expedited Petition to Compromise Claim of Minor

Tentative Ruling:

To deny the petition, without prejudice, for the reasons explained below. In the event that oral argument is requested the minor is excused from appearing.

Explanation:

As identified in the Intended Ruling issued May 22, 2026, according to the petition, the minor has fully recovered from injuries including generalized body pain, chest pressure, hip pain, and knee pain received in a car collision on August 16, 2024. The minor is to receive a gross settlement of $500 with the balance of the settlement after attorney fees and litigation costs to be deposited in a blocked account. There are several issues with the petition that prevent approval.

The Petition at Item 9a indicates that the minor has recovered completely from his injuries, however, there is no doctor’s report of the minor’s condition reflecting that he has recovered. There are no medical records provided, no description of any medical treatment received as a result of the accident, and no well-child medical reports after August 16, 2024.

The Petition requests expenses in the amount of $190 from the settlement including a “Demands Processing” fee billed by “Demands R Us, LLC” and $90 for filing fees. There is no explanation for why a processing fee is associated with a demand and such an expense does not appear reasonable. The $90 in filing fees also do not appear reasonable. Filing fees were waived by the court and there is no explanation for why the minor would have accrued $90 in filing fees for the instant petition. The court does not intend to approve charges against the minor’s recovery that are unreasonable. (Prob. Code, § 3601.)

Pursuant to California Rules of Court, rule 3.1312(a), and Code of Civil Procedure section 1019.5, subdivision (a), no further written order is necessary. The minute order adopting this tentative ruling will serve as the order of the court and service by the clerk will constitute notice of the order.